Teesside University recognised as a Visibly Better Employer by leading sight-loss organisation

Teesside University has been awarded the prestigious Visibly Better Employer accreditation by the Royal National Institute of Blind People (RNIB) in recognition of its efforts to improve accessibility for blind and partially sighted people.

The University is committed to equality, diversity and inclusion and this recognition reflects the excellent work that has been done to improve accessibility for visually impaired applicants, students, and colleagues.

To gain the accreditation, the University completed an assessment by aligning working practices to the RNIB Visibly Better Employer quality standard, demonstrating inclusive recruitment practices such as assisted technology and software to help colleagues and students who are visually impaired.

RNIB representatives attended the University during National Inclusion Week to present the award to Juliet Amos, Executive Director of Human Resources, Emma Bradburn, Digital Learning Specialist and Disability Focus Group Chair and Saliah Hameed Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion Lead at Teesside University.

Only one in four people with sight loss of working age are in employment and there are currently more than 11,000 people with sight loss in the UK who are actively seeking work.

Saliah Hameed said: ‘We are delighted to be recognised by the RNIB for our efforts to improve accessibility for partially sighted people. It means that everyone applying to work or study at Teesside can be confident that the recruitment process will be fair and inclusive.

‘This kind of recognition acknowledges our commitment to inclusivity, equality, and diversity towards all colleagues and students.

‘We are committed to ensuring our University is a welcoming and inclusive place to work and study.’

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